Seven things we learned from Leicester Tigers' defeat to Newcastle Falcons

Leicester Tigers lost 36-28 away at Newcastle Falcons on Friday night. It was Leicester's fourth defeat in all competitions this season. Leicester have 10 points after three games in the tournament. They need to beat London Irish at home on March 29 to continue onwards in three competitions.

Jaco Taute injured his hamstring on Friday night. He had been out for more than a year with a knee injury. He last played for the Tigers away at Harlequins more that a a 1 year ago.

Leicester Tigers lost to Newcastle Falcons on Friday night. Archie Vanes scored two tries for the Tigers. He played 80 minutes and completed ten tackles. He lost his footing near the line when unopposed minutes before Kini Murimurivalu's try.

Hosea Saumaki scored a try for Leicester Tigers against Newcastle Falcons on Friday night. He has scored seven tries in nine games this season. His defensive frailties are a reason he doesn't play more often for the Tigers. He could become a phenomenon out wide for them if he can solve those issues.

Leicester Tigers lost to Newcastle Falcons on Friday night. The midfield was weak and the home side were able to break through easily. The team that won the match will have to improve if they want to avoid future defeats. They will need to find a solution to the problem when the front-line midfielders return.

Leicester Tigers lost to Newcastle Falcons in the Premiership Cup. Seven young Tigers made their senior debuts for the club. Six players were away with England and France, three played in U20 game on Sunday and three from the U18s took on Wales in Taunton.

Leicester Tigers lost to Newcastle Falcons on Friday night. Brett Deacon was absent due to his wife giving birth. Olly Robinson was dropped from the back row. Nathan Tweedy was promoted to the starting line-up. Simon Koroiyadi missed Friday afternoon at school. Taute left the pitch early. Vanes was called upon to play in the second row and he did well.

Tigers need to win at home to London Irish to qualify for the semi-final of the Premiership Cup. They need a bonus-point win to get through. The other semi finalist will be the best-placed second-place team from the pools.